2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | S-Type | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |